{"id":6,"date":"2017-05-02T09:12:01","date_gmt":"2017-05-02T09:12:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/?page_id=6"},"modified":"2018-09-12T04:24:44","modified_gmt":"2018-09-12T11:24:44","slug":"home","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/","title":{"rendered":"Home"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wpb-content-wrapper\">[vc_row row_type=&#8221;row&#8221; use_row_as_full_screen_section=&#8221;no&#8221; type=&#8221;full_width&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; css_animation=&#8221;&#8221;][vc_column][vc_column_text]<div class=\"latest_post_holder boxes two_columns three_rows\"><ul><li class=\"clearfix 1\"><div class=\"boxes_image\">\n                                    <a class=\"MART-home-image\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/your-faqs-about-infant-sleep-answered-part-2\/\" title=\"Your FAQs about Infant Sleep Answered, Part 2\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n                                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Innocent-sleep-time-853784826-Web.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Baby sleeping in crib\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Innocent-sleep-time-853784826-Web.jpg 900w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Innocent-sleep-time-853784826-Web-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Innocent-sleep-time-853784826-Web-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Innocent-sleep-time-853784826-Web-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Innocent-sleep-time-853784826-Web-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/>\n                                        <span class=\"latest_post_overlay\"><i class=\"icon_plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span>\n                                    <\/a>\n                              <\/div><div class=\"latest_post\">\n                                    <div class=\"latest_post_text\">\n                                        <span class=\"date_holder post_info_section\"><span class=\"date\">July 8, 2026<\/span><\/span>\n                                        <div class=\"latest_post_categories post_info_section\">\n                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/category\/newborn-care\">Infant Care<\/a>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <h2 class=\"latest_post_title\">\n                                            <a class=\"MART-home-title\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/your-faqs-about-infant-sleep-answered-part-2\/\">Your FAQs about Infant Sleep Answered, Part 2<\/a>\n                                        <\/h2>                                        \n                                        <p class=\"excerpt\">Parents often have so many questions about helping babies sleep that they didn\u2019t fit in one post! Here are additional questions I hear the most with answers from me, my...<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                               <\/div><\/li><li class=\"clearfix 2\"><div class=\"boxes_image\">\n                                    <a class=\"MART-home-image\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/when-your-child-comes-out-to-you\/\" title=\"When Your Child Comes Out to You\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n                                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/iStock-1133044986-e1655219835886.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Supporting your child when they come out to you\" \/>\n                                        <span class=\"latest_post_overlay\"><i class=\"icon_plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span>\n                                    <\/a>\n                              <\/div><div class=\"latest_post\">\n                                    <div class=\"latest_post_text\">\n                                        <span class=\"date_holder post_info_section\"><span class=\"date\">June 27, 2026<\/span><\/span>\n                                        <div class=\"latest_post_categories post_info_section\">\n                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/category\/family-life\">Family Life<\/a>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <h2 class=\"latest_post_title\">\n                                            <a class=\"MART-home-title\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/when-your-child-comes-out-to-you\/\">When Your Child Comes Out to You<\/a>\n                                        <\/h2>                                        \n                                        <p class=\"excerpt\">Here are some simple yet powerful things you can do to let your LGBTQIA+ child know you love and value them when they come out to you.<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                               <\/div><\/li><li class=\"clearfix 3\"><div class=\"boxes_image\">\n                                    <a class=\"MART-home-image\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/summer-sun-safety\/\" title=\"Summer Sun Safety: 10 Tips Every Parent Should Know\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n                                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/06\/iStock-855227594-e1778261270262.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Summer sun safety starts early. Learn how to protect kids from harmful UV rays with sunscreen, clothing, shade, and smart outdoor habits.\" \/>\n                                        <span class=\"latest_post_overlay\"><i class=\"icon_plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span>\n                                    <\/a>\n                              <\/div><div class=\"latest_post\">\n                                    <div class=\"latest_post_text\">\n                                        <span class=\"date_holder post_info_section\"><span class=\"date\">June 17, 2026<\/span><\/span>\n                                        <div class=\"latest_post_categories post_info_section\">\n                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/category\/health-issues\">Health Issues<\/a>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <h2 class=\"latest_post_title\">\n                                            <a class=\"MART-home-title\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/summer-sun-safety\/\">Summer Sun Safety: 10 Tips Every Parent Should Know<\/a>\n                                        <\/h2>                                        \n                                        <p class=\"excerpt\">No matter the shade of your skin, sun exposure is a risk for skin cancer. Most skin cancers are caused by too much ultraviolet (UV) light from years of sun exposure. Prev...<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                               <\/div><\/li><li class=\"clearfix 4\"><div class=\"boxes_image\">\n                                    <a class=\"MART-home-image\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/child-poisoning-prevention\/\" title=\"Poison Safety at Home: What Parents Need to Know\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n                                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/iStock-1476714535-e1777053814327.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Protect children from household poisoning risks. Learn how to keep your home safe and prevent child poisoning.\" \/>\n                                        <span class=\"latest_post_overlay\"><i class=\"icon_plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span>\n                                    <\/a>\n                              <\/div><div class=\"latest_post\">\n                                    <div class=\"latest_post_text\">\n                                        <span class=\"date_holder post_info_section\"><span class=\"date\">June 8, 2026<\/span><\/span>\n                                        <div class=\"latest_post_categories post_info_section\">\n                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/category\/safety\">Safety<\/a>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <h2 class=\"latest_post_title\">\n                                            <a class=\"MART-home-title\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/child-poisoning-prevention\/\">Poison Safety at Home: What Parents Need to Know<\/a>\n                                        <\/h2>                                        \n                                        <p class=\"excerpt\">Can you picture a skull and crossbones sticker on your childhood landline phone? Did it also have a number like the following? Poison Control Dial 1-800-222-1222 That lan...<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                               <\/div><\/li><li class=\"clearfix 5\"><div class=\"boxes_image\">\n                                    <a class=\"MART-home-image\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/understanding-hives\/\" title=\"Understanding Hives\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n                                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"886\" height=\"591\" src=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-936887116-e1620838368679.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Learn what causes hives in children, how to tell if it\u2019s an allergy or infection, and when to seek care. Get simple tips to manage your child\u2019s itchy rash safely.\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-936887116-e1620838368679.jpg 886w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-936887116-e1620838368679-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-936887116-e1620838368679-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-936887116-e1620838368679-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/iStock-936887116-e1620838368679-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 886px) 100vw, 886px\" \/>\n                                        <span class=\"latest_post_overlay\"><i class=\"icon_plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span>\n                                    <\/a>\n                              <\/div><div class=\"latest_post\">\n                                    <div class=\"latest_post_text\">\n                                        <span class=\"date_holder post_info_section\"><span class=\"date\">May 28, 2026<\/span><\/span>\n                                        <div class=\"latest_post_categories post_info_section\">\n                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/category\/health-issues\">Health Issues<\/a>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <h2 class=\"latest_post_title\">\n                                            <a class=\"MART-home-title\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/understanding-hives\/\">Understanding Hives<\/a>\n                                        <\/h2>                                        \n                                        <p class=\"excerpt\">When a rash shows up on their child\u2019s skin, parents tend to worry. And that\u2019s understandable because rashes can look serious \u2013 especially hives<\/p>\n                                    <\/div>\n                               <\/div><\/li><li class=\"clearfix 6\"><div class=\"boxes_image\">\n                                    <a class=\"MART-home-image\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/is-your-child-feeling-anxious\/\" title=\"Is Your Child Feeling Anxious?\" contenteditable=\"false\">\n                                        <img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/07\/iStock-1160223670-1-e1625337860618.jpg\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Practical ways parents can help children manage anxiety, including validating feelings, building routines, and practicing bravery.\" \/>\n                                        <span class=\"latest_post_overlay\"><i class=\"icon_plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/span>\n                                    <\/a>\n                              <\/div><div class=\"latest_post\">\n                                    <div class=\"latest_post_text\">\n                                        <span class=\"date_holder post_info_section\"><span class=\"date\">May 22, 2026<\/span><\/span>\n                                        <div class=\"latest_post_categories post_info_section\">\n                                            <a href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/category\/health-issues\">Health Issues<\/a>\n                                        <\/div>\n                                        <h2 class=\"latest_post_title\">\n                                            <a class=\"MART-home-title\" href=\"https:\/\/kpthrivingfamilies.org\/pediatricsblog\/is-your-child-feeling-anxious\/\">Is Your Child Feeling Anxious?<\/a>\n                                        <\/h2>                                        \n                                        <p class=\"excerpt\">My colleagues and I have seen an increase in the number of anxious children coming through our doors in recent years. 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